The Appropriate Correlation Coefficient for Measuring the Direction and Strength

question 1

Multiple Choice

The appropriate correlation coefficient for measuring the direction and strength of the linear relationship between one continuous and one dichotomous variable is

• A)the Spearman rank-order correlation coefficient
• B)the point-biserial correlation coefficient
• C)the phi correlation coefficient
• D)none of the above

Acknowledge the limitations and benefits of Social Security and private pensions in retirement planning.

Understand the registration changes and characteristics of different retirement savings accounts, including the Education IRA to Coverdell ESA transition.

Recognize the different methods and importance of financial planning for retirement to counteract factors like inflation.

Identify various retirement planning tools and strategies, including reverse annuity mortgages and Keogh plans.

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